Introduction

A Mencía: The Hidden Gem of the Iberian Peninsula
Origin and History: Ancestral Roots in Spain
The Versatility of Mencía: From Elegant Red to Fresh Rosé

Sensory Profile of Mencia

Characteristic Aromas: Red Fruits, Flowers, Spices and Mineral Touches
Flavors: Soft Tannins, Vibrant Acidity, Medium Body and Fresh Finish
Evolution in Mouth and Aging Potential

Mencía Viticulture

Climatic and Edaphic Requirements
Planting and Cultivation of the Vine
Pruning and Defoliation
Fighting Pests and Diseases
Grape Ripening: The Search for Balance

Mencía Producing Regions

Spain: The Cradle of Mencía
Bierzo, Ribeira Sacra, Valdeorras, Monterrey
Portugal: Discreet Presence in Dão
Other Regions: Experiments in New Lands

Renowned Mencía Producers

Big Names of Bierzo and Ribeira Sacra
Mencía Pioneers in New Regions

Featured Mencía Wines

Mencía Reds: Elegance and Complexity
Mencía Rosés: Freshness and Versatility
Mencía in Blends: The Discreet Force
Mencía Sparkling Wines (if any)

Enogastronomic Harmonization with Mencía

Roasted and Grilled Red Meat
Sheep and Goat Cheeses
Salmon and Trout
Roasted Vegetables
Risottos and Pasta
Other Creative Pairings

The Evolution of Mencía

The Future of Mencía: Trends and Challenges
Organic and Biodynamic Mencía
The Influence of Climate Change
A Mencía: A Discovery for Wine Lovers